Leadership Development Program

About the

Program

Our Human Resources Leadership Development Program (HRLDP) is an accelerated development path to a leadership role in HR at Great Wolf Lodge. 

This program is a pipeline for future HR leaders in our current and upcoming domestic and international lodges. Through a combination of hands-on experience, structured learning, and personalized coaching, you will gain familiarity with a broad array of disciplines with the HR field in hospitality and entertainment.

This two-year program helps participants complete in-depth, eight-month rotations across two or more lodges. Upon completion, they'll have the experience needed to assume the role of HR Director at one of our lodges.

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Program

Highlights

Hands-on experience in different functions of HR Leadership, such as Employee Relations, Talent Management, Training & Development, Compensation & Benefits, and HR Business Strategy
Rotate and experience at least two different lodges and HR teams across the U.S.
Network with program participants and HR leaders across the company
Participate in professional development and targeted growth opportunities in Human Resources, Leadership, and Business Acumen
Frequent mentoring, evaluation, and feedback

Program Details

What are we looking for?
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
- Graduate student obtaining a Master’s degree in HR by May 2023 OR 5+ years of professional HR experience
- A cumulative 3.0 GPA minimum
- Minimum one-year job or internship experience in HR
- Willingness to relocate to any Great Wolf Lodge location during program and for final placement
What will the rotations look like?
- The program has three 8-month rotations:
- Rotation 1 – focused on Core HR, including Recruitment, Employee Relations, HRIS management, and Benefit Administration
- Rotation 2 – focused on Leadership, including Talent Management, Performance Management, Succession Planning, Training, Coaching and Engagement
- Rotation 3 – focused on Strategy, including budgeting, compensation, market & labor analysis and communication
Do I have to relocate?
- Yes, this program will require you to relocate and experience at least 2 different lodges during the program. An ideal candidate will also be geographically mobile upon final placement after the program.
- All HRLDPs will receive a relocation package to support their relocation during and post program

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